A former personal designer to the late Princess Diana has died aged 80.
According to GB News, Paul Costelloe, who remained Diana’s creator for over a decade, died surrounded by his family.
“We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Paul Costelloe following a short illness,” we read in a press release from his brand.
“He was surrounded by his wife and seven children and died peacefully in London. We ask that you please respect the family’s privacy during this time,” the statement added.
Costelloe was born in Dublin in 1945 and began his career at the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture in Paris.
He was named Princess Diana’s personal designer in 1983 and worked with her until 1997, when she died in a car accident in Paris.
GB News reported that Costelloe dressed Diana for formal occasions, but one of his most memorable outfits for the late princess was a chiffon skirt.
Her brand continues to sell fashion items, including women’s and men’s clothing, bags and accessories.
